This lesson will teach learners G-d’s appreciation for trees and the importance of planting and preserving trees for our future. The learners will identify these concepts in Biblical verses, Talmudic passages and modern Jewish associations. They will also develop an understand of and an...

Sometimes when a child or adult has a special need, health concern, or comes from an unfamiliar faith or background, we are unsure how to act. This Little Critter book demonstrates how to be kind and curious, and show respect for their abilities and strengths.

Young people make puppets out of recycled materials. They use their creativity to come up with a movable puppet that represents a character in their puppet play.

Students read an African version of the Cinderella story so that they can compare versions and increase their sense of story.

Using award-winning literature, the learners describe and analyze racism in Mississippi during the Great Depression. The readers identify the injustices in the community as well as the values and self-respect that build community relationships and strength. 

Students view primary documents to explore public policy on service. They make meaning of the government role and citizen responsibility in civic action. They make a personal plan of service based on their available time, talent, and treasure.

Learners increase their reading fluency and awareness of philanthropy by reading to younger children.

This lesson helps students become more aware of their own values and sense of self by describing themselves and their choices.